Senior Controls & Equipment Protection Engineer

Senior Controls & Equipment Protection Engineer – Overview NSLS‑II Data Science and System Integration Engineering and Equipment Group is hiring a Senior Controls & Equipment Protection Engineer. Reporting to the Engineering & Equipment group leader, the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing development and operational support of PLC‑based and other equipment protection controls. The role requires close interaction with technicians, engineers, and scientific staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain knowledge and materials for addressing equipment protection development and support needs for 30-plus beamline instruments. Gather and document comprehensive requirements and version‑controlled designs for equipment protection implementations and updates. Develop schedules and estimates of effort and materials costs for equipment protection development, installation, and testing. Communicate regularly to stakeholders and management regarding all beamline equipment protection efforts, including development and support. Maintain documentation and training for troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment protection components by a range of technical staff. Deliver reliable operations of experimental systems by collaborating with scientists and technical staff from across the facility. Employ best safety practices and procedures throughout all daily activities. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Minimum 10years of engineering experience in an automation and controls environment. Comprehensive understanding of equipment interlock logic, programming, wiring, sensors, and actuators. Hands‑on troubleshooting skills and analytical problem‑solving abilities with both software and hardware. Ability to develop and employ documented standards and processes in the production of design, test procedures, training, and technical documentation such as schematics. Fluency with defining and executing technically complex projects of various sizes, including establishing scope and exit criteria, gathering requirements, providing effort estimates, maintaining work schedules, and managing materials inventory. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills. Ability to work well in a team environment with people of varied interests and abilities. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 15 or more years of engineering and/or leadership experience in an automation and controls environment. Experience with PLC programming methods (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block), particularly on AllenBradley or similar commercial platforms. Experience with software integration of PLCs using EPICS, Control System Studio, or GitHub. Creative and knowledgeable in delivering robust, state‑of‑the‑art equipment protection solutions that meet rapidly changing requirements. Ability to lead small teams, build consensus, and provide leadership. Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements May be required to walk up to 0.5miles and climb stairs to access equipment. May be required to climb ladders for equipment inspection. May be required to occasionally work off‑hours, nights, and/or weekends to support mission‑critical projects. Salary This is a multi‑level role with a salary range of $136,350.00 – $200,000.00 per year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer‑Vets/Disabled. All qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants and provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the application process and perform essential job functions. Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. #J-18808-Ljbffr